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Marquis Lounge to take over Sagamore Hill Lounge space

by Peggy Grodinsky December 16, 2025December 17, 2025

Sagamore Hill, in Portland’s Arts District, is closing after 8 years.

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Free Christmas Eve meal at Buxton church brings people together

by Robert Lowell December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

“It’s a hard time of year for many people,” Donna Aikins, church meals organizer, said.

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App lets Bath-area parents, schools know where the buses are

by Paul Bagnall December 16, 2025December 18, 2025

The BusRight app lets parents and school staff track the location of buses through mobile phones.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

South Portland Middle School field, in need of soil work, should be playable next fall

by Dana Richie December 16, 2025December 15, 2025

The school district plans to begin a remediation project in the spring to improve the health of the field, which is still too fragile for organized sports.

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Mainers normally focused on helping others now seek an assist from Press Herald Toy Fund

by Press Herald staff report December 16, 2025December 18, 2025

A Cumberland County case manager’s story of rising costs and unexpected expenses at Christmastime is just one of many that have been sent to the charity this season.

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Holiday decorating is a small business in Maine with big potential

by Christopher Wheelock December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

Not just a service for the wealthy, home decorators can reduce stress, enhance your holiday look.

Life & Culture, Maine, News, Religion and Values

Maine Hanukkah celebrations take on extra meaning following Australia attack

by Drew Johnson December 15, 2025December 16, 2025

Two celebrations in Portland on Sunday came with heightened police presence, but vigilance and public displays of faith are some of the best responses to hate, Jewish community leaders say.